Holiday Cheese Truffles

Name: Holiday Cheese Truffles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 255 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 2 pkg. brick cream cheese, softened; 1 pkg. shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 tsp. garlic powder; dash ground red pepper (cayenne); ¼ cup roasted red peppers; 2 green onions, sliced; 1⅔ cups pecans; SOCIABLES Crackers

They may look as cute as holiday chocolates, but these mini cheese balls are made for those of us who love a little cayenne and sharp cheddar on our party plate.

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Servings:

Makes 24 servings, 2 truffles and 5 crackers each.

Ingredient list

2 pkg. (8 oz. each) brick cream cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tsp. garlic powder
dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
¼ cup chopped roasted red peppers
2 green onions, sliced
1⅔ cups chopped pecans
SOCIABLES Crackers

Directions

Beat first 4 ingredients with mixer until blended. Divide in half. Add peppers to half, and onions to remaining half; mix each until blended.

Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Shape each mixture into 24 (1-inch balls); roll in nuts. Serve with crackers.

Recipe Tips

Size-WiseEnjoy a single serving of these indulgent holiday treats.
Special ExtraTry these other coatings for these tasty truffles -- sesame seed, chopped fresh parsley, paprika and your favorite shredded cheese.
VariationsPrepare as directed, using one of the following options: Festive Wreath: Alternately arrange different flavored truffles in a large circle on platter to resemble a holiday wreath. Create a decorative bow out of green onion strips; use to garnish wreath. Cheese Logs: Roll each half into 6-inch log, then roll in desired coatings.